*continues for weeks to 6 months or more
*continued collagen formation & lysis
*occurs along the lines of stress
*architecture of scar reorganizes to meet demands of tissue
*can return to 70-80% of original strength

Define Fever

an abnormally high body temperature caused by an infectious source ie: virus or bacteria or tissue damage

May be appropriate
Helpful w/ muscle stiffness & quality of life issues
Clients have trouble w/ table
Elderly clients may have other conditions
Rigidity is safer for massage than spasticity
Full body work is best
Can do ROM & Stretching

Describe Alzheimer Disease

Progressive degeneration of the brain, leading to memory loss, personality changes & death